Re: V4R5, Twinax & SNA

[Chuck Lewis <clewis@xxxxxxxxxx>]

From what I have heard it is true.

If anything you use for connecting requires IBM licensed program 5763-XB1 
(Client
Access/400 for DOS with Extended Memory), which will no longer be available or
supported by IBM begining with V4R5M0...

Chuck



Bob Crothers wrote:

> All,
>
> I am hearing rumors that in V4R5, IBM is dropping support for LU6.2 over
> twinax.  This means the DOS routers and Windows SNA routers that work over
> twinax.
>
> I have a hard time believing this.  But then, I had a hard time believing
> the e(logo)Server fiasco.
>
> And yes, I agree that TCP/IP over Ethernet is a much better way to connect.
> But, I am not in the habit of arguing with my customers.  If they want to
> twinax attach our products, then so be it.
>
> Regards & TIA,
> Bob Crothers
>
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